Designation/Position- PostDoctoral Fellowship at Panjab University, Chandigarh, @Rs. 1.08 Lakh/Month
Panjab University, Chandigarh, India invites applications for PostDoctoral Fellowship at Panjab University, from eligible and interested candidates
About- Panjab University is a collegiate public central university located in Chandigarh, India. Originated in 1882 as the University of the Punjab Lahore, it was relocated in Chandigarh in the year 1947 as the East Punjab University after the partition of India, where the university was split between India and Pakistan.
Research/Job Area- Engineering Sciences
Location- Panjab University, Chandigarh
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Eligibility/Qualification–
Engineering Sciences
The fellowship is offered under the RUSA 2.0 scheme in the Engineering Sciences thrust area across various departments of Panjab University, Chandigarh.
Candidates must satisfy the following requirements:
- Must possess a Doctorate degree (Submitted/Awarded) in the relevant subject.
- Candidates must have published research work to their credit.
- The upper age limit is 40 years.
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women candidates will be applicable as per Government of India norms or 5 years.
- Preference will be given to candidates having:
- Relevant research experience.
- Patent experience.
- Industrial research experience.
Mere possession of the essential qualification does not guarantee selection. Candidates should provide documentary evidence of all relevant qualifications and experience at the time of the interview.
Job/ Position Description-
Panjab University invites eligible candidates for a walk-in interview for appointment to the Post-Doctoral Fellowship under the RUSA 2.0 scheme in the thrust area of Engineering Sciences. The fellowship is available in various departments of Panjab University, Chandigarh, with a consolidated fellowship of ₹1,00,000 per month.
Candidates must hold a doctorate degree (submitted or awarded) in the relevant subject, along with published research work. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant research, patent, or industrial research experience.
Summary Table
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute | Panjab University, Chandigarh |
| Position | Post-Doctoral Fellow |
| Scheme | RUSA 2.0 |
| Thrust Area | Engineering Sciences |
| Fellowship | ₹1,00,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Interview Type | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Date | 05 September 2026 |
| Interview Time | 10:30 AM |
| Venue | Chairperson Office, Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, Chandigarh |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable to SC/ST/OBC/Women candidates as per Government of India norms or 5 years |
| Initial Duration | Up to 30 September 2026 |
| Extension | Subject to performance and availability of RUSA 2.0 funds |
Designation: Post-Doctoral Fellow
The selected candidate will work as a Post-Doctoral Fellow under the RUSA 2.0 scheme in the Engineering Sciences thrust area.
The fellowship involves undertaking advanced research in the candidate’s relevant research area and contributing to research activities at Panjab University.
Candidates are required to prepare and submit a 1500-word brief research proposal in the prescribed format. The proposal should demonstrate the candidate’s research background, proposed research direction, and suitability for the advertised fellowship.
The Post-Doctoral Fellowship will initially be offered up to 30 September 2026 and may be extended depending on the candidate’s performance and availability of funds under the RUSA 2.0 scheme.
Fellowship: ₹1,00,000 per month (consolidated).
How to Apply-
Candidates attending the walk-in interview must bring six (06) hard copies of their application along with:
- Educational qualification documents.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- List of publications.
- A 1500-word brief research proposal in the prescribed format.
- Documentary evidence supporting qualifications and other relevant credentials.
The prescribed application form and research proposal format are to be used as specified in the advertisement.
Eligible candidates should appear for the walk-in interview at the specified venue on the scheduled date and time.
Candidates must bring six hard copies of the completed application form, along with educational certificates/documents, detailed CV, publication list, and a 1500-word research proposal.
Walk-in Interview Details
Date: 05 September 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Venue: Chairperson Office, Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, Chandigarh
Candidates should ensure that their application is complete and that all supporting documents are available for verification.
